Keeping Trades Safe and Compliant

No.1 provider | Health and Safety for trades UK

Trades company in the UK? Are you sure that you comply with Health and Safety regulations? Do you believe that because you are a small company some of the regulations don’t apply? Then read on…

Keeping Trades Safe and Compliant

No.1 provider | Health and Safety for trades UK

Trades company in the UK? Are you sure that you comply with Health and Safety regulations? Do you believe that because you are a small company some of the regulations don’t apply? Then read on…

Safety for Trades is your one stop safety shop offering the very best in safety support for all trade professionals.

Our exclusive health and safety for trades UK package gives your business all you need to start your safety journey and peace of mind that you have a trusted safety partner in your corner.

We can also assist with Accreditation such as CHAS, Construction Line, Safe Contractor and Avetta.

BENEFITS

A transparent and cost-effective solution

Access to a highly qualified health and safety team

NO MORE FUSS!

NO MORE SHOPPING AROUND!

In one package designed exclusively for trades business, Safety For Trades provides the safety solution you have been looking for.

Peace of mind knowing your team are safe

Policy documents and assessments supplied

Regular updates keeping you in the loop

Health and Safety for trades UK

Not having up-to-date risk assessments, health and safety documentation, and an appointed person … can put your business in a difficult position. 

You may not be able to tender for large contracts… slowing down your growth and limiting opportunities.

And if an incident happens, involving an employee, contractor, or a member of the public, you will be investigated by the HSE to prove that you had considered the risks and could be fined and prosecuted.

Would your business be able to survive that?

Is it worth the risk? When a cost-effective solution is available from Safety for Trades.

Small company?

You may be a small company now... you may even plan to stay that way… but that does not make you exempt from health and safety regulations.

Any trade business in the UK has to prove that they have considered the risk for each job – without it, you may be prosecuted by the HSE. But, consideration of health and safety for trades UK is much more than simply avoiding prosecution should an incident occur.

Many smaller trades businesses we speak to have issues with:

Fear of the perceived cost of safety measures often leads to preventable accidents and injuries.

Safety For Trades is here to provide you with a cost-effective solution which will protect your business and allow you to grow, should you wish to.

Just £70 per month plus VAT**minimum term 12 months**

Includes FREE E-Learning course, 9 courses to choose from. 

Worth an EXTRA £60!

WHO WE WORK WITH

Case Study

The company contacted us for help after they had a number of serious incidents which resulted in the HSE visiting them. This activated a fee for the HSE’s intervention process and cost them thousands!!! That wasn’t the worst of it!

Unless they could demonstrate they were taking the situation seriously and putting the right people, processes, and procedures in place, they were looking at, prosecution, heavy fines, and a possible custodial sentence… and would struggle to get insurance, inevitably lose work, and possibly be forced out of business completely.

We got straight on the case, visiting them, auditing what they already had in place (it didn’t take long!) and reviewed their processes.  We also looked at the specific incidents which had taken place. 

Our findings showed that they had no appointed person.  If, and when, risk assessments had been carried out, they were not adequate.  And their documentation was poor, where it existed.

We offered them solutions, assuring them we could help support and protect them.

We carried out an initial GAP analysis. 

We reviewed and supported them with risk assessments and the creation of their Health and Safety policies and documentation. 

We also provided training.

The HSE are satisfied that the company now has all the correct controls in place and are taking health and safety seriously.  Whilst they have signed this off, they will still visit the company to make periodic checks that everything is being complied with.  The company’s legal team and insurance company are also now happy everything is in place as it should be.

Over and above all of that, the company now has a safer working environment, has seen an increase in productivity, and has a workforce who are happy to be there. We have built such a solid relationship with them, that they actually pay to have extra monthly visits from us to ensure there’s nothing they could be doing better! Outcomes like this are exactly why we love our jobs!

Could your business survive prosecution?

The general construction industry (trades) has the second highest rate of workplace injury and a significant rate of work-related ill health. (Source:  Labour Force Survey annual average estimate 2081/19-2020/21)

What if someone falls off a ladder, trips and falls into foundations, gets a limb caught in machinery… all these things happen daily, and the company has a responsibility!

The HSE takes health and safety at work extremely seriously and will fine and prosecute companies who do not comply to regulations.

Accidents can and do happen.  Usually when least expected.  If an accident occurred in your business and you were prosecuted, could your business survive?

You would lose workers, potentially lose contracts, and would almost certainly lose your good reputation.

It is increasingly important that trades businesses take their responsibilities seriously.  With good workers becoming harder and harder to find, apprentices are a source of gold.  But you will not be able to employ apprentices without the correct health and safety in place.

Much better to get your ducks in a row right now, than wonder why you didn’t if the worst happened!

Why choose Us

We are part of Prohas Limited, the UK based, ‘go-to’ health and safety consultancy.  The team are highly qualified and extremely experienced in working with businesses small and large.  However, they would have to admit, they particularly enjoy working with trades.

Because of this we know what you need to ensure you are compliant and to help you through any adverse situations which may arise.

The package contains everything a small (1-10 employees) trades business requires to operate within regulations and to enable them to operate safely, take on apprentices, and tender for large contracts should they wish to.

'Trades Ultimate Safety Package' - What's Included......

  • Dedicated Expert For Your Business

    To comply with Health and Safety at Work Regulations and fire precautions (Workplace) regulations, an employer MUST appoint someone competent to ensure compliance with health and safety duties. We can be that appointed person on your behalf.

  • Full Suite Of Company Policies

    Build a stronger, safer workplace with easy access to all the company policies you need.

  • Continuous Employee Training

    Receive access to our discounted E-Learning Suite covering all aspects of training.

  • Your Essential Safety Handbook

    We create your health and safety handbook for your company. This provides the key information on the dos and don’ts and what is required of employees and you as the employer. From general safety, fire safety, PPE, and accident reporting, to driving policies and drink and drugs policies, this handbook ensures you remain compliant, and everyone knows where they stand and what the correct procedure is.

  • 24/7 Access to your Documents and Resources

    With our online portal, members will have access to a portal which will hold all of the required health and safety documentation; such as risk assessments, method statements and toolbox talks.

  • Annual Compliance Reviews

    Each member will receive an annual compliance review.

  • HSE Health and Safety Updates

    Prohas will ensure you are kept fully informed of any health and safety updates issued by the HSE and government guidance.

  • Digital Magazine On All Thing’s Safety

    If there is anything you need to be aware of, such as changes in legislation, we will notify you as quickly as possible through our safety E-Magazine.

  • Email Support

    Need further assistance? Our dedicated support team is available to answer your queries, address your concerns and help you resolve any incidents. We aim to respond to all emails within 24 hours.

£70 + VAT per month for 12 months

Includes FREE E-Learning course, 9 courses to choose from. 

Worth an EXTRA £60!

OUR SAFETY FOR TRADES TEAM CAN ALSO ASSIST WITH GAINING ACCREDITATION SUCH AS CHAS, CONSTRUCTION LINE, SAFE CONTRACTOR AND SMAS.

From £350 plus VAT following membership registration

Safety for Trades is your one stop safety shop offering the very best in safety support for all trade professionals.
Safety for Trades is your one stop safety shop offering the very best in safety support for all trade professionals.
Safety for Trades is your one stop safety shop offering the very best in safety support for all trade professionals.
Safety for Trades is your one stop safety shop offering the very best in safety support for all trade professionals.